Regiment

* Interesting Notes:

Captain Alfred N. Tucker, Medical Service Corps, earned the Bronze Star with "V" device three times in Korea.

Second Lieutenant John E. Vizant, Medical Service Corps, earned the Bronze Star with "V" device three times in Korea.

Major Joseph W. Thomas, Captains Joseph P. Valeska and Raymond Thomsen, and First Lieutenant John W. Thompson were Medical Corps officers.

* Denotes Posthumous Award

TEAL, WILLIAM
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal William Teal, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 near Kunu-ri, Korea. On the night of this date, as a medical aid man, he was riding in the convoy of an artillery battery which was attempting to break through an enemy road block that was approximately five miles in depth. The portion of the convoy in which he was riding was held up by enemy fire, and further progress was impossible. Corporal Teal dismounted from his vehicle and crawled up the side of a nearby hill. From this position he observed the enemy setting up machine guns and mortars preparatory to firing on the convoy. Noticing another section of the convoy moving up the road towards him, he left his position and, without regard for his own safety, ran through the heavy enemy fire to warn the convoy commander of the enemy positons. This heroic act undoubtedly saved many lives and much valuable equipment. The heroism displayed by Corporal Teal on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 21, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 26 January 1951
Home of Record: Texas

TEBO, KENNETH J.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 28 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Kenneth J. Tebo, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28 May 1951, in the vicinity of Hyon-ri, Korea. On that afternoon a unit of infantry was attacking an enemy held hill. Sergeant Tebo, noticing that two soldiers were wounded by enemy sniper fire left his position of comparative safety and drove a litter jeep to the wounded. Under intense enemy small arms fire, which was causing the group to take cover, he rendered aid to the wounded men and evacuated them to a medical installation. Sergeant Tebo by his action indicated an extreme devotion to duty, high courage and inspired the members of his unit. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Tebo reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 216, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 24 June 1951
Home of Record: Michigan

THOMAS, JOSEPH W.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Major Joseph W. Thomas, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. On the afternoon of that date he was riding in a convoy which was attempting to break through an enemy roadblock. Major Thomas, as Regimental Surgeon, exposed himself to the heavy enemy fire, with utter disregard for his personal safety, in order to administer aid to the many wounded who were brought to his vehicle. Assisted by another officer, he then loaded them on his jeep and trailer until other transportation became available. He repeated this action many times, regardless of the heavy enemy fire, until the convoy cleared the roadblock area, treating and evacuating approximately sixty casualties. His heroism under fire reflects great credit upon himself, the Medical Corps, and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 45, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 20 February 1951
Home of Record: California

THOMAS, ROY E.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13-14 August 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Roy E. Thomas, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 13-14 August 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. At that time, medical aidmen of the 1st Battalion Medical Platoon were experiencing much difficulty in the treatment of the many injured from an attacking unit. Sergeant Thomas, a member of the 3d Battalion Medical Platoon which was in reserve, voluntarily came up on to Hill 281 to give assistance in the treatment and evacuation. Sergeant Thomas was placed in charge of a forward litter point where he displayed exceptional courage and bravery by his valorous action in exposing himself to the enemy fire to treat the wounded. With complete disregard for personal safety, during a heavy artillery and mortar barrage, he went from man to man, encouraging them to arise from cover and continue evacuating the wounded, thereby saving numerous lives. The heroism in action displayed by Sergeant Thomas reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 336, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 25 September 1952
Home of Record: West Virginia

THOMASSON, ARTHUR F.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 5 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Arthur F. Thomasson, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 5 September 1950 near Changnyong, Korea. On that date he was a medical aid man attached to a rifle company. The platoon, to which he was attached, was subjected to such accurate enemy mortar and artillery fire that the men were forced to remain in the immediate area around their foxholes. An enemy force, which had infiltrated into a village approximately seventy five yards in front of the platoon’s position, suddenly subjected the platoon to automatic weapons fire, wounding several men. Corporal Thomasson immediately left his position of cover, ran through the heavy enemy fire to one of the wounded men and, after administering first aid, carried him to safety. Later he administered first aid to a wounded man in another platoon, and while so doing, was wounded by hostile fire. The heroic and unselfish conduct of Corporal Thomasson on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 37, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 11 February 1951
Home of Record: Tennessee

THOMPSON, JOHN W.
First Lieutenant, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
2d Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 September 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to First Lieutenant John W. Thompson, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of 2d Medical Battalion (then Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment), 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 1 September 1951 in the vicinity of Yanggu, Korea. On that date, elements of the 9th Infantry Regiment were engaged in combat with a numerically superior enemy force. Due to the many casualties sustained by friendly troops, Lieutenant Thompson moved his Aid Station within 200 yards of the front lines. Although under direct enemy observation and fire, he began his merciful task of treating the wounded. He repeatedly placed himself in great jeopardy in order to skillfully trat and speedily evacuate the injured men. His foremost thought was to save the lives of his wounded comrades, and he worked tirelessly toward this goal, despite the fact that hostile artillery and mortar fire were falling dangerously close to the Aid Station. His brave and courageous actions were major factors in saving the lives of many men who were wounded in that engagement. The heroism in action and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Thompson are in accordance with the esteemed traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 156, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 17 March 1952
Home of Record: Alabama

THOMSEN, RAYMOND
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Ambulance Company, 2d Medical Battalion, attached to the 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 February 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Captain Raymond Thomsen, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Ambulance Company, 2d Medical Battalion, attached to the 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 February 1951 in the vicinity of Chechon, Korea. On this day, Captain Thomsen, platoon leader, volunteered to set up a forward collecting station. Upon completing the collecting station he returned to forward some Korean litter bearers to the aid station. As Captain Thomsen and his group were following a rifle company, they were halted by intense enemy fire. Six wounded men were left in an exposed position. Disregarding the hospital automatic weapons and small arms fire, Captain Thomsen worked himself forward to treat the wounded. Working himself back to the litter bearers, he led them forward to the wounded men and directed the evacuation of the wounded while under continuous fire. The actions of Captain Thomsen saved the lives of the wounded men. His outstanding devotion to duty and comrades reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 484, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 25 August 1951
Home of Record: Maryland

TILLER, PAUL W.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 February 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Paul W. Tiller, (then Private First Class), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 9 February 1951 in the vicinity of Sogu, Korea. Attached to Company A as a medical aidman, Corporal Tiller had established an aid station near the front lines. Although the aid station came under constant enemy fire, he calmly attended to the wounded, administered first aid where it was necessary, and supervised the evacuation of the seriously wounded. Corporal Tiller organized a supply point to expedite replenishment of the company ammunition needs and established a security to protect and defend both the supply point and the aid station. The initiative and devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Tiller reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 130, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 2 June 1951
Home of Record: New Jersey

TIMMERMAN, GENE E.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 24th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Gene E. Timmerman, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 24th Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement near the Naktong River, Korea, on 11 August 1950. The small patrol of which he was a member, probing deep into enemy held territory was surrounded and forced to withdraw. During the withdrawal they were held up by heavy enemy small arms fire which had wounded the patrol leader and several others. Corporal Timmerman with utter disregard for his personal safety, while continuously exposed to heavy enemy fire, administered first aid to the stricken men until ordered to withdraw. His unselfish devotion to his comrades and his heroic actions reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 141, Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, 24 September 1950
Home of Record: East Chicago, Illinois

TONEY, BOBBY
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 September 1950 to 11 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Bobby Toney, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23dh Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 7 September 1950 to 11 September 1950 near Mosan-ni, Korea. During this time he was a member of a battalion medical detachment which was in position along the Naktong River. Corporal Toney’s principal duty was driving a litter jeep. With complete disregard for his own safety, he repeatedly evacuated wounded from frontline positions while under intense enemy machine gun, mortar and artillery fire. On many occasions his actions were of a purely voluntary nature and would not be expected of him in the course of his normal duties. His conduct under fire was a source of tremendous inspiration to the members of his unit and he was undoubtedly responsible for saving several lives. Corporal Toney’s heroic performance during this difficult period reflects great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States
General Orders: General Order number 117, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 26 December 1950
Home of Record: North Carolina

TONNEMACHER, MELBURN G.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 8 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private First Class Melburn G. Tonnemacher, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 8 September 1950 in the vicinity of Mosan-Ni, Korea. On that date enemy artillery, mortar and machine gun fire was inflicting numerous casualties on a rifle company. Private Tonnemacher was called upon to assist the wounded and though under intense enemy fire he remained calm and completed his mission without consideration for his own safety. His valorous behavior in this action made possible the successful evacuation of several wounded men. Such performance was an inspiration to the other members of his unit and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 82, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 29 October 1950
Home of Record: Michigan

TRACY, JUAN D.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, United States Army
Medical Detachment, 8th Engineer Combat Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division (Infantry)
Date of Action: 31 July 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II, WD Bul 3, 1944) and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Juan D. Tracy, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 8th Engineer Combat Battalion displayed heroism in action against the enemy near Kumchon, Korea on 31 July 1950. A band of enemy guerrillas attacked the forward command post of the 8th Engineer Combat Battalion in the early hours of the morning. They were of undetermined numbers and were heavily armed with automatic weapons. Upon learning that some of his comrades were wounded, Corporal Tracy, unarmed and alone, crossed an open space being sprayed by enemy machine gun fire. He crossed safely and administered first aid to the wounded, while the immediate area was still under enemy fire. After the enemy had been repulsed, he personally supervised the evacuation of the wounded. By his complete disregard for personal safety and his aggressive action in aiding the wounded contributed greatly to their chances of recovery. Corporal Tracy’s heroic actions on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 72, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division (Infantry), 26 August 1950
Home of Record: Idaho

TRIM, PERCY L.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Percy L. Trim, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 6 September 1950, in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea. His mission was to render medical assistance to members of Headquarters Battery, 38th Field Artillery Battalion. Sergeant Trim utterly disregarding personal safety, exposed himself to enemy mortar and small arms fire to give aid to an injured comrade who had been buried by a direct hit on an overhead fox hole. Digging furiously with his bare hands, Sergeant Trim excavated sufficient debris from the cave-in to expose the face of the injured soldier to the air. He then obtained an entrenching tool to complete his mission. This action undoubtedly saved the wounded man’s life. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Trim reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 234, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 28 June 1951
Home of Record: Mississippi

TUCKER, ALFRED N. (First Award)
Captain, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: unknown 1951
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal, with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the Korean War is awarded to Captain Alfred N. Tucker, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in Korea. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Tucker reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, date unknown
Home of Record: New Jersey

TUCKER, ALFRED N. (Second Award)
Captain, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 February 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal, First Oak Leaf Cluster, with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Captain Alfred N. Tucker, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 February 1951 in the vicinity of Sanggori, Korea. In the early morning hours of that date the battalion to which he was attached as assistant surgeon was subjected to a surprise attack by a large enemy force. The battalion aid station soon overflowed with the wounded, and Captain Tucker worked ceaselessly in his efforts to render them prompt and efficient treatment. When the aid station was suddenly subjected to intense small arms fire, he ignored this fire and continued to administer to the wounded. His calm manner and complete disregard for personal safety were a source of great inspiration to the wounded men. The heroism displayed by Captain Tucker reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 102, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 10 May 1951
Home of Record: New Jersey

TUCKER, ALFRED N. (Third Award)
Captain, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 March 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal, Second Oak Leaf Cluster, with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Captain Alfred N. Tucker, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 3 March 1951 in the vicinity of Kusahul, Korea. On that date he was the assistant surgeon of a battalion which was attacking strong enemy positions. During the attack the battalion suffered severe casualties and the wounded were brought to the battalion aid station where Captain Tucker worked ceaselessly in his efforts to alleviate their sufferings. Suddenly the aid station itself came under an intense enemy mortar barrage which lasted several minutes. A direct hit on the outer edge of the building killed several of the personnel. Captain Tucker, entirely ignoring the hostile fire, never paused in his treatment of the wounded. His calm manner and total disregard for his personal safety, and his complete absorption in his duty were a source of great confidence and hope to the wounded. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Tucker reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 149, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 15 June 1951
Home of Record: New Jersey

TURNER, ABNER L. JR.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1950 and 1 December 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Abner L. Turner Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 and 1 December 1950 in the vicinity of Sunchon, Korea. Corporal Turner was a member of a group attempting to penetrate an enemy roadblock. During the march an officer was wounded by hostile automatic weapons fire and was unable to continue. Although the group was well behind enemy lines and lacked knowledge of enemy positions, Corporal Turner volunteered to remain with six other men to aid the wounded officer. All during the night of 30 November 1950 and on 1 December 1950 he assisted in carrying the wounded man through enemy infested terrain until the safety of friendly lines was reached. His heroic act in voluntarily remaining behind enemy lines to aid his wounded comrade reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 71, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 April 1951
Home of Record: Kentucky

TUSKEY, KENNETH J.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Kenneth J. Tuskey, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 10 August 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On that date the installations of his unit, located in the village of Yongsan, were under intense enemy artillery and mortar fire. During the attack he assisted, with complete disregard for personal safety, in evacuating casualties from the front lines and from buildings which were subjected to the enemy shelling. With tireless efforts he assisted in giving medical care, encouragement and comfort to approximately 20 casualties who were brought into the area while the regimental collecting station was in the process of moving to a new location. During the fierce enemy bombardment he and three comrades succeeded in evacuating all wounded from the area without the loss of a single life. The heroism and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed on this occasion by Sergeant Tuskey reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 43, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 February 1951
Home of Record: Wisconsin

UTTER, IVAN E.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 24 December 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States on the date indicated is awarded to Corporal Ivan E. Utter, Army Medical Service, United States Army distinguished himself by heroism near Tumyong-Dong, Korea, on 24 December 1952. After a heavy enemy bombardment during the night by artillery, mortar, and rocket, many bunkers were collapsed. While evacuating wounded Corporal Utter discovered a soldier pinned under the wreckage of a bunker. Finding no other means of entry Corporal Utter went to the front aperture fully exposed to enemy observation, removed the wounded man and carried him to safety across terrain open to enemy fire. Corporal Utter continued to aid wounded in exposed areas, inspiring his comrades to tenaciously hold the hill in spite of intense fire. His bravery and devotion to duty are in the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 49, Headquarters, Department of the Army, 13 September 1957

VALESKA, JOSEPH P.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 March 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Captain Joseph P. Valeska, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 10 March 1952. On that date, Captain Valeska set up his aid station on the main line of resistance. Repeatedly disregarding his own safety, he left protective cover and exposed himself to enemy fire. On one occasion he walked through the deadly blaze of enemy fire and mine field to aid a wounded officer lying unprotected in a fire swept area. As he was administering aid to the wounded man, the area was subjected to a heavy enemy mortar barrage. Undaunted, Captain Valeska continued to aid the wounded, undoubtedly saving the lives of men who might otherwise have died on the battlefield. The heroism in action and disregard for his own safety displayed by Captain Valeska reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 262, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 2 July 1952
Home of Record: Nevada

VEALE, KENNETH N.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 July 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Kenneth N. Veale, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 19 July 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Corporal Veale was serving as a medical aid man with an Infantry company which was in defensive position on Hill 266, commonly known as “OLD BALDY”. When his company was subjected to intense enemy artillery and mortar fire, many casualties were inflicted upon it. Corporal Veale, with utter disregard for personal safety, moved from man to man, administering aid and preparing then for evacuation. Later, when the company was ordered to withdraw, he remained behind to assure that all wounded had been evacuated. In his efforts to care for all of the wounded, he too was seriously wounded, but continued to render first aid until loss of blood forced him to be evacuated. The heroic actions of Corporal Veale reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 366, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 October 1952
Home of Record: Minnesota

VIZANT, JOHN E. (First Award)
Second Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Second Lieutenant John E. Vizant, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in Korea. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Second Lieutenant, Vizant reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, date unknown
Home of Record: Texas

VIZANT, JOHN E. (Second Award)
Second Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: unknown
Synopsis, Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal (First Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster) with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Second Lieutenant John E. Vizant, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in Korea. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Second Lieutenant, Vizant reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, date unknown
Home of Record: Texas

VIZANT, JOHN E. (Third Award)
Second Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal (Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster) with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Second Lieutenant John E. Vizant, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 12 February 1951 in the vicinity of Hangye, Korea. On that date he was assistant surgeon of an infantry battalion which was completely surrounded by a numerically superior enemy force and was withdrawing. Under intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire, he organized litter teams and directed the treatment and evacuation of the wounded, until he was wounded himself. Even though he was wounded, he continued to treat and evacuate the casualties until all were in safe positions. His courageous actions and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
Orders: General Order number 188, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 June 1951
Home of Record: Texas

VOLLAN, ROBERT M.
Private, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 July 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private Robert M. Vollan, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 18 July 1951 in the vicinity of Yangji, Korea. On this date the enemy was shelling the area and had scored a direct hit on the mess truck and water trailer. Private Vollan left his foxhole and crawled to the side of a man who had been hit by shell fragments. Without regard for his own safety, Private Vollan protected the man further injury with his own body. Upon the arrival of the battalion surgeon, Private Vollan assisted in caring for the wounded man. The heroism displayed by Private Vollan reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 500, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 3 September 1951
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